Winnipeg Jets Secure Historic OT Win Against Minnesota Wild
Kyle Connor's overtime goal propels Jets to their first 3-0 start in franchise history.
- Kyle Connor scored 51 seconds into overtime, giving the Winnipeg Jets a 2-1 victory over the Minnesota Wild.
- This win marks the Jets' first 3-0 start to a season, with key contributions from Mark Scheifele and Connor Hellebuyck.
- The Jets' strong performance included a strategic decision by head coach Scott Arniel to pull the goalie for an extra attacker, resulting in a crucial tying goal by Scheifele.
- Despite injuries to key players, the Minnesota Wild managed to secure a point in the overtime loss, continuing a challenging rivalry with the Jets.
- Connor Hellebuyck's exceptional goaltending has been pivotal, allowing only two goals on 83 shots in the first three games.